Ditto! I wouldn't do it, either! Standby travel is tough, these days, with flight loads often averaging in the 90s (especially, during peak travel times). And, if it's not peak travel time, then you can always get a cheap enough fare.

My biggest worry, for you, would be if the employee ceases to be employed by DL. This person may be near retirement, get laid off, or (like previous poster mentioned) get fired for abusing flight benefits.

You might as well send me your $3000 and I will give you the deed to this famous bridge in Manhattan

-L

P.S. Oops - just noticed that this was posted back in July! I hope you didn't send your money!